Couldn’t agree more about those lower elements—hard water is brutal, and honestly, five years is about average in my experience, especially if the ten...

Rainwater barrels are definitely less hassle, but I’ve had my share of surprises with them too—last fall, a squirrel managed to wedge itself into one ...

Title: Finally won the battle against invading tree roots - Totally get where you’re coming from on the camera checks. I do the same—every couple yea...

That’s a clever idea, but I’ve found tenants sometimes ignore whiteboards or accidentally wipe off crucial info. I stick with laminated tags zip-tied ...

Definitely agree on diluted vinegar—straight vinegar overnight is asking for trouble. A few extra tips I've picked up: - If the spray pattern's gone ...

Good points all around. A couple more things I've learned the hard way dealing with older pipes: - Even if the pipe looks okay after sanding, gently ...

Good points there, but a couple things to keep in mind: - Increasing tank size definitely helps buffer irregular usage, but don't overlook drainage an...

Been there myself—faucets can definitely test your patience. Couple quick thoughts: - YouTube's great, but sometimes glosses over small details that ...

I've found vinegar soaks helpful too, but if you're worried about dulling the finish, try this: - Wrap the showerhead in a plastic bag filled with vi...

Definitely agree on the galvanized stuff being hit or miss. I've had yards refuse perfectly usable galvanized pipe just because of some surface rust, ...

Definitely agree on faucet covers, but a couple more things worth mentioning: - Check crawl spaces and basements for exposed pipes—foam insulation sle...